by Site Admin | May 26, 2014 | News Items
Data collected in 2013 show primary and secondary diagnoses of malnutrition (caused by lack of food or very poor diet) rose from 3,161 in 2008/09 to 5,499 in 2012/13 according to figures released by the health minister Norman Lamb. While the data does not include...
by Site Admin | Apr 20, 2014 | News Items
The Trussell Trust said that there was a “shocking” 51% rise in clients to established food banks. It said benefit payment delays were the main cause. They also said benefits payments had been a particular problem since welfare changes were introduced just...
by Site Admin | Jan 27, 2014 | Articles, News Items
It is of no great surprise to read that some food banks are giving out “kettle boxes” (rations that only need boiled water to become edible e.g. pot noodles etc) and “cold boxes” (rations that do not need any heat added to them e.g. orange...
by Site Admin | Jan 12, 2014 | News Items
Millions have started 2014 in fear of eviction. 4000 people were surveyed and one in 11 say they will find it hard to find enough money to cover their housing costs. Nearly two thirds say they are in danger of falling behind with rent or mortgage payments. The charity...
by Site Admin | Oct 21, 2013 | News Items
Tesco have said that in the first half of 2013, they threw away just under 30,000 tonnes of fresh food. 1/4 of Grapes are thrown away. 40% of Apples are thrown away. 2/3 of pre-packed Salad goods are thrown away. Families are also guilty of wasting food. It is said...
by Site Admin | Aug 19, 2013 | News Items
An alarming 78% rise in food bank inquiries has taken place over the last six months, as people with jobs start using them to provide emergency supplies until their next pay day. The figures reveal significant regional disparities in demand for information about food...
